What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Audit Associate - July 2025 position at ORBA?
Job Details
Job Location: ORBA - Chicago, IL
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
ORBA is seeking full-time, entry level staff accountants who would be involved with audit and accounting services, as well as tax planning, tax return preparation and business consulting. Training is predominantly on-the-job with close supervision, constant feedback and some classroom-type instruction. The individual will be working closely with all partners and staff, and will have direct contact with clients of various industries.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Flexible hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
- Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
- Discounted gym membership
- Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
- Fun firm sponsored social events
- Generous paid time off and holiday time
- 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
- Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
- Salary is market based with overtime and merit increases
- Tremendous growth opportunities in a diverse and less structured working environment
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Perform audit procedures and compliance testing;
- Prepare workpapers and reconciliations on review and compilation engagements;
- Prepare accounting records, gathering, organize and analyze data and preparing income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, not-for-profit organizations and retirement plans;
- Prepare payroll tax and sales tax returns
- Assist in special consulting projects, such as valuations, litigation support, computer systems, forecasts and projections, estate and financial planning, and general business consulting
Qualifications
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Candidates who are aspiring CPA’s with a degree in accounting/general business background
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Detail oriented and great analytical skills
Entry Level Audit Associate - September 2026
ORBA -
Chicago, IL
